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Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department, Lewisdale Elementary School, and the Prince George’s County Fire Department are continuing the relief efforts for the Munroe family, who were victims of a tragic fire in Lewisdale, Maryland on November 27, 2011. A donation drive will be hosted by LewisdaleElementary School. Community members wishing to contribute to the family are encouraged to attend.

Who: Ms. Patricia Belgrave, Principal, LewidaleElementary School

Major Hector Velez, District I Commander

Prince George’s County Fire Department Officials

Members of the Munroe Family

Various Community Members

When: Thursday, December 1, 2011

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Where: LewisdaleElementary School

2400 Banning Road

Hyattsville, Maryland20783

A memorial fund has also been established for the family. Donations can be made at any Bank of America branch or mailed to:

Prince George's County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Community Services Division, along with numerous community partners, will host the 28th Annual Community Christmas Party for Deserving Children. Over 500 children, selected by their teachers and school staff, will attend the party. The children will be treated to a day filled with games and activities, food, live entertainment, pictures with Santa, and gifts. This event, which has delighted children for years, is a highlight of the holiday season for all who attend.

Prince George's County Maryland... The Prince George's County Police Department's District II Station and the Metro Transit Police teamed up this morning to educate metro riders on the importance of auto theft safety.

District II COPS officers and Metro Transit officers were on hand for those arriving for the early morning commute to distribute 150 free anti-theft steering wheel devices and safety literature to those who utilize the Largo Metro Station. The Largo Metro garage was chosen as a focal point for education awareness after researching statistical data concerning stolen vehicles.

Prince George's County, Maryland …The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Community Services Division along with numerous community partners will host its 28th Annual Community Christmas Party for deserving children. The 500 children, selected by their teachers and school staff, will attend the party. The Chief of Police, command staff, patrol officers and community volunteers will join the children for a special day of fun-filled entertainment. The children will have an opportunity to take a picture with Santa before leaving with lots of toys and wonderful gifts. This event, which has delighted children for years, is a highlight for those officers who volunteer their time to help create special memories during the holiday season.

Let us pause to remember our Fallen Heroes from the Town of Seat Pleasant Police Department, Officer William R. Clements, and the Prince George’s County Police Department, Officer Robert E. Yeszerski, lost this day in 1968 while attempting to impound an abandoned vehicle in George Sector.

On the morning of November 30, 1968, members of the Town of Seat Pleasant Police Department contacted a resident of the 7000 Block of Grieg Court in Seat Pleasant, Maryland, regarding his inoperable vehicle being illegally parked in front of his residence. The owner was ordered to remove the vehicle at which time he made verbal threats to kill any police officer who took enforcement action with respect to his vehicle. Later that day, Ofc. Clements responded back to the location of incident to impound the vehicle because the owner failed to comply with the earlier directive. Ofc. Yeszerski responded to assist based on the previous threats. Upon the arrival of the officers, the vehicle owner suddenly emerged from his residence, approached the officers from behind, and produced a handgun. He then opened fire, fatally wounding Ofc. Clements and Ofc. Yeszerski.

Ofc. Clements served the Town of Seat Pleasant Police Department for four years and was the first member of that agency to make the Ultimate Sacrifice.

Ofc. Yeszerski joined the Prince George’s County Police Department on November 6, 1967, as a member of Session 3-67, a class that would ultimately lose three of its members in the Line of Duty. He served this Agency for one year and was the sixth member thereof to make the Ultimate Sacrifice.

Ofc. Clements and Ofc. Yeszerski were the seventh and eighth law enforcement officers to give their lives in service to this Profession within Prince George’s County, Maryland.

At the time of his death, Officer William R. Clements was 24 years old and survived by his wife and young daughter.

At the time of his death, Officer Robert E. Yeszerski was 23 years old and survived by his expectant wife and two young children.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland… The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit has re-arrested 24 year-old Frederick Lawrence Scott after he was accidentally released on bond earlier this month. Scott was originally arrested in connection with a homicide that occurred on March 4, 2011 in Edmonston, Maryland.

Scott was taken into custody after appearing for a bond review hearing this morning, accompanied by his attorney, at the Prince George’s County Courthouse in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. He has been remanded to the Department of Corrections on a $500,000 bond.

On March 4, 2011, at approximately 1:04 a.m., patrol officers responded to the 4700 block of Kenilworth Avenue for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found 30 year old Phillip Watson, of the 4300 block of Varnum Place, S.E., Washington, D.C., suffering from apparent gunshot wounds to his body. He was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

Through the course of their investigation, detectives identified 24-year-old Fredrick Lawrence Scott, of the 1900 block of Oliver Street, Chillum, Maryland, as a suspect in this case, and obtained a First Degree Murder warrant for him. Scott was arrested on May 5, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada, and was extradited to Prince George’s County. Initially, Scott was remanded to the Department of Corrections on a no bond status. Due to what appears to be a clerical error, Scott was later given a $75,000 bond and released from the Department of Corrections after the bond was posted. Realizing the error, the court issued a bench warrant for Scott on November 18, 2011.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

Prince George’s County Maryland… The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is conducting an investigation into the death of a man that occurred in Hyattsville, Maryland.

On November 26, 2011, at approximately 10:14 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 6200 block of 20th Avenue for a report of a male found unresponsive at this location. Upon arrival, patrol officers found the decedent lying on the ground suffering from head and facial trauma. The decedent, Gabriel Diaz-Rivera, 25, of the 6200 block of 20th Avenue, was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Diaz-Rivera’s body was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner where an autopsy was performed. The results of that autopsy are pending at this time.

Through the course of their investigation, detectives learned that Diaz-Rivera and another man, Jovel Clodulfo Diaz Delgado, 36, of the 6200 block of 20th Avenue, were involved in a physical altercation earlier that evening. Delgado was subsequently arrested and charged with 2nd degree assault. He has been remanded to the Department of Corrections. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (I.C.E.) has placed a detainer on Delgado due to his immigration status.

The investigation into Diaz-Rivera’s death is ongoing. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department is assisting with the relief efforts for the Munroe family who were the victims of a tragic fire in Lewisdale, Maryland on November 27, 2011. Family and various community members will be available to speak to the media regarding the relief efforts.

Let us pause to remember our Fallen Hero, Major Richard J. Beavers, lost this day in 1983 as a result of injuries sustained the previous evening during an armed robbery attempt in King Sector.

Major Beavers was born on May 2, 1946. He was raised in the Lewisdale section of Hyattsville, Maryland, and graduated from Northwestern High School in 1966. Major Beavers then joined the United States Air Force where he served with honor and distinction until his discharge in 1967. He joined the Prince George's County Police Department on November 6, 1967, as a member of Session 3-67, a class that would ultimately lose three of its members in the Line of Duty. Upon completion of his Academy training, Major Beavers was assigned to the Hyattsville District Station. Major Beavers rose through the ranks of the Department, culminating with his promotion to the rank of captain in 1979. Three years later, he became the commander of the Oxon Hill District Station.

On the evening of November 28, 1983, Major Beavers observed two subjects armed with handguns approaching his unmarked police vehicle as he conducted a premise check at 3513 St. Barnabas Road in Temple Hills, Maryland. As the Major drew his service weapon and began to challenge the subjects, they opened fire. Major Beavers returned fire but was critically wounded in the exchange. He was rushed to an area hospital where he succumbed to those wounds on the morning of November 29, 1983.

Major Beavers served the Prince George's County Police Department for 16 years and was the 15th member of this Agency to make the Ultimate Sacrifice. He was the 23rd law enforcement officer to give his life in service to this Profession within Prince George's County.

At the time of his death, Major Richard J. beavers was 37 years old and survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

Monday, November 28, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit has arrested 19 year old Shakir Taylor in connection with the robbery of an M&T Bank in Forestville, Maryland that occurred earlier this month.

Taylor, of the 3700 block of Donnell Drive, was arrested without incident this morning at his residence. Information received through the Prince George’s County Crime Solvers tip line assisted detectives in locating Taylor. He has been remanded to the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections on charges of robbery.

On November 8, 2011, at approximately 11:46 a.m., two suspects, Kadija Taylor and Shakir Taylor, walked into the M&T Bank in the 3700 block of Donnell Drive and passed a note to a bank teller demanding money. The bank teller complied with the suspects’ demands and gave them an undisclosed amount of money. The suspects then fled the bank on foot. Kadija Taylor, 20 of the 3700 block of Donnell Drive was arrested shortly after the robbery occurred. Detectives obtained a warrant for Shakir Taylor charging him with robbery.

Anyone with additional information about this case should contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is working to identify the suspects shown in the above surveillance photographs. On November 28, 2011 at approximately 3:30 a.m., the suspects committed an armed robbery at the 7-Eleven located at 4921 Edgewood Road in College Park, Maryland.

Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation is asked to call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477) or CID-Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905 as soon as possible. Please refer to case number 11-332-0263. Whenever information is given to the Prince George’s County Crime Solvers Line, you do not have to leave your name. A CASH REWARD of up to $1000.00 is being offered for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspects responsible for this robbery.

Prince George's County Maryland…With the holiday season in full swing, the Prince George’s County Police Department is offering some general crime prevention tips to help remind residents of things they can do to reduce their chance of being a crime victim during this time of the year and to help citizens remain safe during the holiday shopping season.

When Shopping:

• Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings.
• Walk in well-lit areas; populated areas; avoid cut-through paths.
• Try to park in busy, well-lit areas and avoid parking beside large vehicles.
• Lock your car doors, and place all valuables in the trunk or under the seats.
• Avoid carrying large sums of cash, pay with a check or credit cards.
• Keep your purse closed and close to your body and/or carry your wallet in an inside coat or front pants pocket.

At Home:

• Don’t display presents under the tree where they can be seen from a window.
• Keep all windows and doors locked when you are away from home.
• If out of town, stop mail and newspaper deliveries and place a light on a timer, this will give the appearance of someone being home.
• Have a trusted neighbor to keep an eye on your residence.

The Prince George’s County Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe and happy upcoming holiday season.

Saturday, November 26, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Special Investigative Response Team (SIRT) is investigating a police-involved shooting that occurred yesterday evening in Aquasco, Maryland.

On November 25, 2011, at approximately 6:15 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 21000 block of Aquasco Road for an armed individual who was threatening to commit suicide. After the subject discharged his handgun at the on-scene officers and refused all communication, a barricade situation was initiated.

A short time later, the armed subject exited the home, confronted the officers, and refused the officers’ commands to put his weapons down. Fearing for his safety and the safety of other officers on the scene, one Prince George’s County patrol officer discharged his County-issued weapon, striking the subject.

The subject, identified as Phillip Charles Boling, 49, of the 21000 block of Aquasco Road, was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

The involved officer, an 11 year veteran of the department assigned to the Bureau of Patrol, has been placed on administrative leave in accordance with departmental policy. For more information, contact the Press Information Office at (301) 772-4710.

Prince George’s County Maryland… The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a shooting which left a man dead yesterday evening in Adelphi, Maryland.

On November 25, 2011, at approximately 8:33 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 9400 block of Adelphi Road for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found the victim lying on the ground suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim, identified as Carlos Fernandez-Ramirez, 38, of the 9600 block of Cottrell Terrace in Silver Spring, Maryland, was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Homicide detectives are currently working to identify the suspect(s) and establish a motive.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

Friday, November 25, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit has made an arrest in the armed robbery of a Popeyes Restaurant in Mitchellville, Maryland that occurred three weeks ago.

On November 4, 2011, two suspects entered the Popeyes Restaurant in the 12100 block of Central Avenue in Mitchellville armed with handguns and announced a robbery. The suspects ordered two store employees to open the safe and place the money into a bag that the suspects provided. After taking the money, the suspects forced the victims into the walk-in freezer and fled the restaurant.

During the course of their investigation, Robbery Unit detectives were able to identify Curtis Lamar Ford, 28, of 300 block of Tamarack Court in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, as one of the suspects who committed the armed robbery. He was arrested today, without incident, on charges of armed robbery.

Anyone with additional information about this case should contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

Thursday, November 24, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department and the Maryland State Police are teaming up again this weekend to combat unsafe driving during “Operation SOLO.”

During November and December, officers and troopers working “Operation SOLO” will saturate specific corridors of Prince George’s County in an effort to identify aggressive and impaired drivers. This weekend’s operation will be conducted on Friday, November 25, 2011, from 8:30 p.m. until 4:00 a.m. along the Route 210 corridor, and Saturday, November 26, 2011, from 8:30 p.m. until 4:00 a.m. along the Route 50 and Route 301 corridors.

For more information, contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Press Information Office at 301-772-4710.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Prince George’s County Maryland… The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Washington Area Vehicle Enforcement (W.A.V.E.) Unit executed five arrest warrants and two search warrants today in connection with the investigation of over 20 stolen vehicles in Prince George’s County.

Investigators identified the suspects after each brought stolen cars, taken from numerous locations throughout the County, to various scrap yards in the metropolitan area to be crushed and sold. Each of the suspects is responsible for stealing the vehicles, passing them off as abandoned, and then selling them for scrap for as much as $400 per car. The suspects primarily targeted older vehicles, since scrap yards are not required to check for salvage titles on vehicles that are more than eight years old.

The execution of the two search warrants resulted in the seizure of two tow trucks and several other items of evidentiary value.

A sixth suspect, 44 year-old Darall Green (pictured), is also wanted on 11 counts of Auto Theft for allegedly stealing numerous vehicles, that were left abandoned on the Capital Beltway, to be sold for scrap.

"This is theft for profit that really affects the working class,” said Sergeant Fred Walford. “Most of these cars are older, and when they get stolen, the insurance doesn’t cover much. It leaves working mothers and fathers with no car, and no money to buy a new one. This hurts everybody.”

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s W.A.V.E. Unit at (301) 454-8250. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

The Prince George’s County Police Department has rounded up an auto theft ring responsible for stealing more than a dozen cars in Prince George’s County. After the vehicles were stolen, they were taken to various scrap metal yards in the area.

Media availability regarding this investigation will be today from 1 pm until 2 pm at the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Special Enforcement Division, 4923 43rd Avenue, Hyattsville, Maryland.

Greenbelt, Maryland - Chief U.S. District Judge Deborah K. Chasanow sentenced James
Orlando Johnson, a/k/a “James Armond Johnson,” “James Armand Johnson,” and “James Omar
Johnson,” age 29, of Suitland, Maryland, today to 18 years in prison, followed by five years of
supervised release, for two counts of possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine; using,
carrying and brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a drug trafficking crime; and possession
of a firearm by a felon.

The sentence was announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J.
Rosenstein; the United States Attorney for the Western District of Virginia Timothy J. Heaphy;
Special Agent in Charge Mark R. Chait of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
- Baltimore Field Division; Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Angela D. Alsobrooks;
Winchester, Virginia Commonwealth Attorney Alexander R. Iden; Winchester Police Chief Kevin
Sanzenbacher; and Chief Mark A. Magaw of the Prince George’s County Police Department.

“Today’s sentencing demonstrates how serious and determined ATF and our law
enforcement partners are in bringing violent criminals to justice,” says ATF Special Agent in Charge
Mark R. Chait. “We are grateful that the officer was not injured as a result of this criminal’s conduct,
and the details surrounding these investigations clearly demonstrate that we are targeting violent
repeat offenders.”

According to Johnson’s plea agreement, on July 20, 2006, in Suitland, Maryland, two officers
of the Prince George’s County Police Department saw Johnson and the driver of a gray van engaging
in what they believed to be a drug transaction, with the driver handing Johnson cash. As the officers
approached, Johnson placed the plastic bag that he had been holding into his pants pocket and
walked away while reaching for a firearm in his waistband. When one officer informed Johnson that
he was going to pat him down for weapons, Johnson elbowed the officer in the chest and ran away.
During the ensuing foot chase Johnson pointed a .40-caliber semi-automatic pistol at the pursuing
officer. The officer drew his own firearm, and Johnson threw his gun away and continued running.
Johnson was subsequently arrested and his gun was recovered with the safety in the “off” position,
loaded with 15 rounds of ammunition in the magazine and one round in the chamber. Johnson was
searched and law enforcement recovered: a second magazine for Johnson’s firearm, also loaded
with 15 rounds of ammunition; a plastic bag containing 5.06 grams of crack cocaine; another
plastic bag containing approximately one gram of marijuana; and over $800 cash.

On August 3, 2010, while on pretrial release from the February 2009 federal indictment
for gun and drug violations related to the above conduct, Johnson was pulled over by police in
Winchester, Virginia. Johnson was found in possession of: a .45-caliber semi-automatic pistol,
loaded with eight rounds of ammunition; a box containing 16 rounds of ammunition; a plastic
bag containing 17.097 grams of crack cocaine; and a digital scale. Johnson subsequently signed
an affidavit admitting that the crack cocaine and the firearm belonged to him.

United States Attorneys Rod J. Rosenstein and Timothy J. Heaphy commended the ATF,
Prince George’s County Police Department, Winchester Police Department; Prince George’s
County State’s Attorney’s Office; and the Winchester County Virginia Commonwealth
Attorney’s Office for their work in this investigation and prosecution. U.S. Attorneys
Rosenstein and Heaphy thanked Assistant United States Attorney Robert K. Hur of the District of
Maryland and Assistant United States Attorney Grayson Hoffman and Special Assistant U.S.
Attorney Jason Caccamo of the Western District of Virginia, who prosecuted the case.

U.S. Department of Justice
United States Attorney
District of Maryland

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit has arrested Michael Douglas Nealy, 35, in connection with the homicide of Jakari Butler that occurred in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

On November 18, 2011 at approximately 5:29 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 1000 block of Marcy Avenue for a report of a cutting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found 20-year-old Butler, of the 5600 block of Sachem Drive, Oxon Hill, suffering from trauma to his upper body. He was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased upon arrival.

Through the course of their investigation, homicide detectives developed Nealy, of the 7100 block of Richmond Highway in Alexandria, Virginia, as a suspect in the case. Nealy was arrested early yesterday morning in Lanham and is being held by the Department of Corrections on a No Bond status.

Anyone with additional information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477) or text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ and submit a tip online.

Monday, November 21, 2011

The Prince George's County Police Department's Robbery Unit is seeking the public's assistance in locating an individual wanted in connection with the attempt robbery of a Bank of America in Clinton, Maryland.

On November 21, 2011, at approximately 1:18 p.m., a suspect walked into the Bank of America in the 7800 block of Old Branch Avenue and passed a note to a bank teller demanding money. It was refused by the teller and the suspect fled the bank on foot.

﻿﻿Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George's County Police Department's Robbery Unit at (301) 772-4905. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text "PGPD plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online. A cash reward is being offered for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspect.

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland… The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted in connection with a homicide that occurred in Edmonston, Maryland.

On March 4, 2011 at approximately 1:04 a.m., patrol officers responded to the 4700 block of Kenilworth Avenue for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found 30 year old Phillip Watson, of the 4300 block of Varnum Place, S.E., Washington, D.C., suffering from apparent gunshot wounds to his body. He was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

Through the course of their investigation, detectives identified 24-year-old Frederick Lawrence Scott, of the 1900 block of Oliver Street, Chillum, Maryland, as a suspect in this case, and obtained a First Degree Murder warrant for him. Scott was arrested on May 5, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada, and was extradited to Prince George’s County. Initially, Scott was remanded to the Department of Corrections on a no bond status. Due to what appears to be a clerical error, Scott was later given a bond and released from the Department of Corrections after the bond was posted. Realizing the error, the court issued a Bench Warrant for Scott on November 18, 2011.

Scott is described as a black male, 5’7” tall, weighing approximately 155 pounds. His whereabouts are currently unknown.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a shooting which left a woman dead yesterday evening in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

On November 19, 2011, at approximately 8:30 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 1000 block of Marcy Avenue for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found the victim inside an apartment suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim, identified as Kaya Dejuna Wilson, 29, of the 1000 block of Marcy Avenue, was pronounced deceased on scene. Homicide detectives are currently working to identify the suspect(s) and establish a motive.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

Saturday, November 19, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland… The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a homicide that occurred in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

On November 18, 2011 at approximately 5:29 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 1000 block of Marcy Avenue for a report of a cutting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found 20-year-old Jakari Butler, of the 5600 block of Sachem Drive, Oxon Hill, suffering from trauma to his upper body.He was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased upon arrival.

Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) and establish a motive in this case. This investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477) or text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ and submit a tip online.

Friday, November 18, 2011

The Prince George's County Police Department's District II Station and the City of Greenbelt Police Department are partnering for a community walk with members of the Chelsea Woods and Windsor Green communities this Saturday, November 19th. The walk is designed to continue open communication between the police department and communities as they continue to work together to reduce crime.

Who: Prince George’s County Police Department’s District II Station
City of Greenbelt Police Department

The Prince George’s County Police Department is working to identify the suspects shown in the above surveillance photographs. On November 17, 2011, at approximately 9:05 p.m., the suspects committed an armed robbery at the Checkers located at 3032 Queens Chapel Road in Hyattsville, Maryland. The suspects pulled into the drive through while the passenger exited the van and approached the window. The suspect displayed a handgun and forced the window open while demanding money from the victim. The victim ran from the window as the suspect reached into the store and removed the cash register drawer. Both suspects fled in the van on Gallatin Street towards Washington D.C.

The first suspect is described as a black male around 21 years of age and approximately 5'8" tall. He was last seen wearing a black Northface jacket, a black and white bandanna covering his mouth and nose area, black gloves, and armed with a black handgun.

The second suspect driving the van is described as a black female with a heavy set build wearing a blue jacket. Both suspects were seen fleeing in tan colored minivan, possibly a Chrysler Town and Country model with an unknown Maryland registration.

Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation is asked to call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477) or CID-Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905 as soon as possible. Please refer to case number 11-321-2583. Whenever information is given to the Prince George’s County Crime Solvers Line, you do not have to leave your name. A CASH REWARD of up to $1000.00 is being offered for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspects responsible for this robbery.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is working to identify the suspect shown in the above surveillance photographs. On November 16, 2011, at approximately 6:58 p.m., the suspect committed an armed robbery at the Sunoco Gas Station located at 6799 Laurel Bowie Road in Bowie, Maryland. The suspect entered the station, displayed a handgun, and demanded money from the register. After taking the money, the suspect fled the station on foot.

The suspect is described as a black male around 5'10" and weighing approximately 160lbs. He was last seen wearing a purple striped hooded sweatshirt, a black and white half mask with a skull design, black gloves, and armed with a black handgun.

Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation is asked to call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477) or CID-Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905 as soon as possible. Please refer to case number 11-320-2323. Whenever information is given to the Prince George’s County Crime Solvers Line, you do not have to leave your name. A CASH REWARD of up to $1000.00 is being offered for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspects responsible for this robbery.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an individual wanted in connection with the robbery of an M&T Bank in Forestville, Maryland.

On November 8, 2011, at approximately 11:46 a.m., two suspects, one male and one female, walked into the M&T Bank in the 3700 block of Donnell Drive and passed a note to a bank teller demanding money. The bank teller complied with the suspects’ demands and gave them an undisclosed amount of money. The suspects then fled the bank on foot.

Through the course of their investigation, Robbery detectives identified the two suspects. The female suspect, Kadija Taylor, 20, of the 3700 block of Donnell Drive in Forestville, was arrested on November 8, 2011; she has been charged with Robbery. Police have obtained a warrant for the male suspect, Shakir Taylor, 19, also of the 3700 block of Donnell Drive in Forestville, charging him with Robbery. Shakir Taylor is described as a black male, around 5’7” tall, and weighing 160 pounds. His whereabouts are currently unknown.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit at (301) 772-4905. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

﻿Prince George’s County, Maryland… Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a critical missing female identified as 33 year-old Janelle Melissa Northey. She was last seen in the 9900 block of Greenbelt Road in Greenbelt, Maryland, where she used her debit card in several stores.

Northey is described as a black female with black hair and brown eyes. She is approximately 5’4” tall and weighs approximately 170 pounds. Northey is bi-polar and also suffers from schizophrenia and diabetes. She is in need of her medication.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Janelle Melissa Northey is asked to call the District II Investigative Section at 301-390-2160.

Prince George’s County, Maryland… Prince George’s County Police Department’s Special Operations Division and the Maryland State Police will be conducting a joint sobriety checkpoint on Friday, November 18, 2011 from 10:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. in the 6600 block of Marlboro Pike in District Heights.

For more information, contact the Prince George's County Police Department’s Press Information Office at (301) 772-4710.

Prince George’s County police struck gold Wednesday after they broke up an illegal jewelry operation and recovered more than $100,000 in gold and jewelry.

The police’s Special Enforcement Division took a Mexican national into custody and discovered a cache of gold and jewelry inside his home.

Police said the suspect has been operating an illegal jewelry kiosk inside a grocery store, where he’d receive stolen jewelry and gold.

After receiving it, the suspect would take it to his home and would melt it down to make it harder for authorities to trace it, police said. The suspect was also illegally operating a store out of his home.

The suspect is facing charges of receiving stolen property and operating a store without a license, among other charges.

Authorities said that as the price of gold has increased, a criminal element has taking advantage of the rise and become involved in the illegal gold trade.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

The Town of Fairmount Heights recognized the efforts of the Prince George's County Police Department tonight, in a ceremony at Town Hall, for their efforts in a six month initiative to halt prostitution along Eastern Avenue. Police Chief Mark A. Magaw, District III Commander Major George Nader, District III Assistant Commander Raphael Grant, and 8 other officers, were awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for combating prostitution in Fairmount Heights by the Town Council. The initiative, which began in June of this year, netted over 30 arrests for prostitution.

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a shooting which left one man dead yesterday evening in District Heights, Maryland.

On November 15, 2011, at approximately 9:38 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 2100 block of County Road for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found the victim near a playground of an apartment complex suffering from gunshot wounds. The male victim, identified as Marvin Tomlinson, 31, of the 6600 block of Atwood Street, District Heights, Maryland, was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Homicide detectives are currently working to identify the suspect and establish a motive.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a shooting which left one man dead yesterday evening in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

On November 15, 2011, at approximately 10:56 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 700 block of Maury Avenue for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found the victim lying in the street suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim, identified as Andre Morton, 51, of the 200 block of R Street, N.W. in Washington, D.C., was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Homicide detectives are currently working to identify the suspect and establish a motive.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.

The Prince George’s County Police Department has arrested Agustin Argueta Jr. 29, of the 1500 block of Birchwood Drive in Oxon Hill. Argueta Jr. was arrested on November 14, 2011, and charged with attempted 1st degree murder. He has been remanded to the Prince George's County Department of Corrections on a $100,000 bond.

Argueta Jr. was previously wanted for attempted 1st degree murder in connection with an incident on November 8, 2011, in the 5700 block of Galloway Drive in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a critical missing person identified as 75 year-old Earl Marion Williams. He was last seen leaving his residence in the 10908 block of Cherryvale Court in Beltsville, Maryland on November 15, 2011, at 8:00 a.m. and made contact with a family member via telephone yesterday morning at 11:00 a.m.

Earl Williams is a black male with gray hair and brown eyes around 5’6” tall and weighing approximately 175 pounds. Williams suffers from diabetes and hypertension and is in need of his medication. He was last driving a silver colored 1997 Volvo 850 with a Maryland Registration of EDF017. A “Silver Alert” was issued with the assistance of the Maryland State Police.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Earl Williams is asked to call the Prince George's County Police Department’s District VI Investigative Section at (301) 937-0910.

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Let us pause to remember our Fallen Hero, Sergeant Anthony M. Walker, lost this day in 2003 as a result of injuries sustained ten days earlier in a departmental vehicle accident in Frank Sector.

Sgt. Walker was born on June 23, 1962. He joined the Prince George’s County Police Department on July 9, 1984. Upon completion of his Academy training, Sgt. Walker was assigned to the District I Station. He was subsequently transferred to the Narcotics Enforcement Division. During his career, Sgt. Walker became active in the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 89. He served that organization in several positions and was ultimately elected President in November, 2001.

At approximately 10:51 p.m., on the evening of November 5, 2003, Sgt. Walker had just left a meeting that he had attended in his capacity as President of FOP, Lodge 89, when he lost control of his police vehicle on Brandywine Rd. in Brandywine, Maryland. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. Sgt. Walker sustained serious injuries in the single vehicle collision and was rushed to Washington Hospital Center. He courageously battled his injuries for the next ten days, undergoing numerous surgeries and forms of treatment. Then, in the early morning hours of November 15, 2003, Sgt. Walker succumbed to his injuries.

Sgt. Walker served the Prince George’s County Police Department for 19 years and was the 23rd member of this Agency to make the Ultimate Sacrifice. He was the 42nd law enforcement officer to give his life in service to this Profession within Prince George’s County, Maryland.

At the time of his death, Sergeant Anthony M. Walker was 41 years old and survived by his wife, son, and three daughters.

Monday, November 14, 2011

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Special Investigative Response Team (SIRT) has identified the six officers that were involved in the departmental shooting in the 8100 block of Rydal Road on November 12, 2011.

The involved officers are: 15 year veteran Lieutenant Michael Snyder, 23 year veteran Sergeant Terrence Nelson, 13 year veteran Corporal James Weinelt, 11 year veteran Corporal Phillip Foster, 2 year veteran Police Officer Paul Gambardella, and 1 year veteran Police Officer William Ledward. All of the involved officers are assigned to the Bureau of Patrol, District III. Each has been placed on routine administrative leave in accordance with departmental policy.

During the incident, Corporal Foster was injured when the suspect fired his shotgun at the on-scene officers. He was treated at a local area hospital for non-life threatening injuries, and was released from the hospital that same day. Corporal Foster is the third PGPD officer to be injured by gunfire in the line of duty this year.

For more information, contact the Press Information Office at (301) 772-4710.

Prince George's County Maryland... The Prince George's County Police Department was honored during a special ACT Church service for First Responders in Fort Washington, Maryland.

On Sunday, September 11, 2011, a special service was held at Bethany Christian Church, it was led by the ACT Community Church Cluster, and dedicated to members of the Prince George's County Police Department, Prince George's County Public Safety Communications/911 Operators, and First Responders throughout Prince George's County.

"We have gratitude for First Responders, including the folk that answer our 911 calls, not to take them for granted or that they would be forgotten. Our attitude is to keep them in our memories and our hearts," said ACT Pastors.

ACT Pastors and the congregations from the Bethany Christian, First Baptist of Camp Springs, Oxon Hill Lutheran, and Unity Presbyterian churches, came together to collect nearly $1400, which was then donated to HEROES Inc, in honor of Prince George's County First Responders.

HEROES Inc. is dedicated to aid families of law enforcement officers and fire fighters who have died in the line of duty in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area.

Sunday, November 13, 2011

Prince George’s County Maryland… The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit has arrested Daniel Andrew Gardner, 22, in connection with the murder of Charles Raphael Hunter, 20, that occurred early this morning in Temple Hills, Maryland.

On November 13, 2011, at approximately 2:17 a.m., patrol officers responded to the 3100 block of Good Hope Avenue for a report of a shooting. When officers arrived, they discovered Hunter, of the 2400 block of Vermont Avenue, Landover, Maryland, lying on the street suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

Homicide detectives quickly developed Gardner as a suspect, and took him into custody a short time later. Gardner has been charged with 1st Degree Murder; he was remanded to the Prince George's County Department of Corrections on a no bond status.